Chengalpattu Sunshine Hours by Month

In climate discussions, the hours of sunlight reveal much about a location. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Chengalpattu, Tamil Nadu, India. Long-term data from 1990 to 2020 was used to calculate these averages.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Seasonal sunshine in Chengalpattu varies. It peaks at 301 hours in May and drops to 144 hours in July. The total annual amount of sun is 2841 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

In Chengalpattu, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 10.0 hours in May. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. July sees a soft sun for only 4.8 hours per day.

Chengalpattu vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Chengalpattu enjoys an average of 2841 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

In Lisbon, Portugal, there are approximately 2801 hours of sunshine annually, highlighting its warm and sunny Mediterranean climate.

In contrast, London, UK, receives only about 1659 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

In Chicago, USA, the annual sunshine averages 2520 hours, contributing to its humid continental climate.

Melbourne, Australia, has 2380 hours of sunshine annually, with its famous “four seasons in a day” weather pattern.

Related Climate Data for Chengalpattu

October, Chengalpattu’s wettest month, receives 43 mm (1.7 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 32°C (90°F). During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of 32°C (90°F).

For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Chengalpattu Precipitation page.